The Kensington Hotel
- Historical building -
- 109-113 Queen's Gate -
- SW7 5LR -
- London -
- Kensington
- Telephone +39 02 56 56 77 71
8.7/10 on 434 reviews
The Kensington Hotel: Victorian Elegance and Townhouse Vibe in South Ken
The Kensington Hotel is a jewel located in the exclusive South Kensington district, renowned for its ability to merge the opulence of the Victorian era with the modern comfort of a boutique hotel. It offers an elegant retreat, steeped in culture and set within London's most beautiful tree-lined streets.
Fusion of Four Historic Townhouses
The hotel was cleverly created from the merger of four elegant Victorian townhouses, preserving the sense of exclusivity and intimacy of a private residence. The interiors reflect a luxurious yet welcoming style, with sophisticated furnishings and a particular focus on period details.
The Drawing Room and The Town House Bar
The social heart of the hotel is The Drawing Room, a sumptuous setting ideal for traditional Afternoon Tea, and The Town House, which offers contemporary British cuisine. The bar provides an elegant and discreet atmosphere for enjoying artisan cocktails and fine wines.
Classy Rooms and Suites with a Home-like Touch
The accommodations are designed to evoke a sense of home away from home, but with the opulence of a luxury hotel. Rooms feature lavish beds, rich fabrics, and marble bathrooms, ensuring a serene resting experience. The service is renowned for its friendliness and personalization.
Proximity to Museums and Cultural Attractions
The location is unbeatable for culture lovers, being a short walk from the Natural History Museum, the V&A, and the Science Museum. The nearby districts of Knightsbridge and Chelsea, with their luxury shops, are easily accessible.
Facilities & Features The Kensington Hotel
- General:
- Air conditioning,
- Elevator,
- Facilities for disabled guests,
- Family rooms,
- Heating,
- Hypoallergenic room available,
- Non-smoking rooms,
- Room service,
- Shuttle service,
- Smoke-free property,
- Wake-up service
- Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Bathroom:
- Bathrobe,
- Bathtub or shower,
- Free toiletries,
- Hairdryer,
- Private bathroom,
- Shower,
- Toilet,
- Toilet paper
- Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV,
- Telephone
- Food & Drink:
- Bar,
- Breakfast in the room,
- Kids' meals,
- Restaurant,
- Tea/Coffee maker,
- Wine/Champagne
- Internet:
- Internet
- Kitchen:
- Coffee machine,
- Electric kettle
- Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture,
- Terrace
- Parking:
- Parking
- Bedroom:
- Linens,
- Wardrobe or closet
- Accessibility:
- Hearing accessible,
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Pool and wellness:
- Fitness,
- Fitness center
- Reception services:
- 24-hour front desk,
- Baggage storage,
- Concierge,
- Currency exchange,
- Express check-in/out,
- Invoice provided,
- Tour desk
- Entertainment and family services:
- Babysitting/Child services
- Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping,
- Dry cleaning,
- Ironing service,
- Laundry
- Business facilities:
- Business center,
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Safety & security:
- CCTV in common areas,
- CCTV outside property,
- Fire extinguishers,
- Key card access,
- Safe,
- Security alarm,
- Smoke alarms
- Safety features:
- Access to healthcare professionals,
- Face masks for guests available,
- First aid kits available,
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas,
- Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed,
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Physical distancing:
- Cashless payment available,
- Contactless check-in/out,
- Mobile app for room service,
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cleanliness & disinfecting:
- Guest accommodation disinfected between stays,
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning,
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay,
- Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines,
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
- Food & drink safety:
- All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized,
- Delivered food covered securely,
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation,
- Physical distancing in dining areas
Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
This room includes a duck-down duvet, 210-count bed linen, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, tea-making facilities and a Nespresso coffee maker.
Please note that these rooms cannot accommodate extra beds or cots.
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this single room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This single room has air conditioning, soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This triple room has air conditioning, soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
These suites have full-length French windows, a duck-down duvet and 310-count bed linen. There is a flat-screen TV, Nespresso coffee maker, tea-making facilities and free Wi-Fi. The bathroom includes heated floors, bathrobes, slippers and luxury toiletries.
Some suites have a 4-poster bed.
This luxury suite offers guests a flat-screen TV, Nespresso coffee maker, tea-making facilities and free Wi-Fi. Each suite has an private bathroom complete with bathrobes and slippers.
Terms and conditions of booking The Kensington Hotel
Check In / Check Out
- Check-in from 15:00
- Check-in from 15:00
Transfers to / from Airport
The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.
Pets
Pets are allowed.
Charges may apply.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Children and extra beds
Children of all ages are allowed.
1 child (up to and including 2 years old) stays for £35 per child per night when using available cribs.
Up to 2 children (up to and including 5 years old) stay for free when using existing beds.
1 child (up to and including 12 years old) stays for £70 per child per night when using available extra beds.
The maximum number of extra beds is 1.
The maximum number of cribs is 1.
The maximum number of guests is 4.
Conditions and cancellation policy
All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!
Score breakdown
Comfort 8.7 / 10
Courtesy 8.7 / 10
Leisure 8.7 / 10
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